Football 101 for Women

When most women hear the word football, they instinctively roll their eyes suggesting general disgust. However, before making a snap judgment, women need to consider how exhilarating and enjoyable watching the game can be when you understand the basics.

The Season

This is perhaps the most exciting part of the football season because teams are determining whether they will be securing their spot in the playoffs. After each team in each conference is solidified, the wild card games will determine additional teams who will get to participate. When the playoffs begin, it becomes an edge of your seat suspenseful time where one by one the AFC and NFC teams decide who will go on to the ever coveted Superbowl. Now I know most of you are familiar with the Superbowl if for no other reason for the parties, the food, the half time show and the famed commercials. I submit to you there is so much more to the big game than these things. Especially when you consider the lame commercials they have been coming out with over the last couple of years, the accidental wardrobe malfunctions and subsequent lame-o halftime shows. Give it a try and you may find that football isn't just a sport but an action packed suspense thriller that will keep you biting your nails and begging for more.

Fundamentals

Choose a team that you can support. I don't care what your reasons are; it could be the color of the uniforms, the cute quarterback, or if you are really serious, the actual quality of the team.

Learn the NFL numbering system. 1-9 Quarterbacks and Kickers, 10-19 Quarterbacks, Receivers, and Kickers, 20-49 Running Backs and Defensive Backs, 50-59 Centers and Linebackers, 60-79 Defensive Linemen and Offensive Linemen, 80-89 Receivers and Tight Ends, 90-99 Defensive Linemen and Linebackers